US Senate Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers
Senator Johnson supported giving the President broad latitude and suggested using special operations to facilitate regime change in Iran.
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Senator Johnson supported giving the President broad latitude and suggested using special operations to facilitate regime change in Iran.
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Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic resolution to limit President Trump's military authority in Iran with a 47-52 vote. The failure highlights ongoing partisan divides over war powers as the 60-day War Powers Act deadline approaches.
Senator discussing economic impact and exit strategy
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Democratic defector who voted against the measure
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Senator citing constitutional concerns
Senator who missed the vote
Republican defector who voted for the measure
